Strategic Project Accountant – Flexible Hours & Growth

Chen Moore and Associates; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

401(k) Plan

Flexible schedules

Continuing education

Mentorship programs

Job summary

ChenMoore is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support financial success of civil engineering projects. You will work with Project Managers to set up projects, monitor costs, and produce timely financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

The role focuses on profitability, cash flow, and informed decision-making, with emphasis on accurate budgeting, billing, and revenue recognition in a project-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in a project-based accounting environment.
• Experience in civil engineering, architecture, or professional services preferred.
• Strong understanding of project accounting principles, budgeting, and job costing.

Responsibilities

• Set up new projects in the ERP system with contract values, billing terms, revenue methods, and budgets.
• Monitor project performance including labor, expenses, and profitability.
• Analyze budget vs. actual performance and earned revenue.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to maintain budgets and forecasts.
• Ensure proper project coding and cost allocation.

Skills

Project accounting

Job costing

Budgeting

Advanced Excel

Education

Accounting/Finance degree preferred

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Deltek Vision

Deltek Ajera

Job description

ChenMoore is seeking a detail-oriented Project Accountant to support financial success of civil engineering projects. You will work with Project Managers to set up projects, monitor costs, and produce timely financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

The role focuses on profitability, cash flow, and informed decision-making, with emphasis on accurate budgeting, billing, and revenue recognition in a project-driven environment.